2002 Holden Astra vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Astra would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Holden Astra. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Astra.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Astra. (165 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Holden Astra | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
| Make | Holden | Pontiac |
| Model | Astra | SV 6 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3080 mm |
